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02/16/2016
...one is transitioning to solids) Prepared water (for making Neocate) – If you have any mixing questions, we put together Neocate Mixing FAQ list Extra Neocate scoop if you didn’t premeasure your formula ahead of time Age appropriate toys Changing pad (if you have a folding one) Change of clothes…or two… or three – Remember to keep change of clothes season appropriate. In sunnier months, add a sunhat, sunblock and some bug spray. In colder...
10/06/2012
Have you wondered how is Neocate different from hydrolyzed formulas? To understand the difference between hydrolyzed formulas and amino acid-based formulas like Neocate,it’s improtant to understand the basics of protein and the role that it plays in food allergies. Protein and Food Allergies Proteins are made up of little particles called amino acids. There are 20 different amino acids. All types of protein are by variations of linked amino acids. Protein is in...
10/12/2017
Many parents come to April and I with questions about introducing new foods to their child once he or she is symptom-free and growing strong. Of course, this is something you should talk about with your child’s doctor or dietitian. After all, every child – and every child’s allergy – is different. But we’ve also put together a transition guide that we think you’ll find helpful. Here are a few highlights: Only...
04/18/2024
...more resources, please download our transition guide—”A Guide to Transitioning.” Can I use my previous scoop for the updated Pepticate formula? No, the scoops are NOT interchangeable. Only use the scoop provided in the can to ensure accurate mixing. The scoop found in the current Pepticate is yellow and has a scoop weight of 4.5 g. The updated formula will have a pink scoop and will have a scoop weight of 4.8 g. Have the...
03/30/2016
When my youngest son was around seven weeks old we discovered that he had multiple food intolerances. I ended up on an elimination diet, removing dairy, soy, eggs and nuts from my diet in order to continue nursing him. With some hard work I was able to successfully continue breastfeeding. I was his sole source of nutrition for many months; so when our doctor said it was time to start introducing solids, I...
04/18/2024
...amount of a new formula is mixed with something the child is used to (such as expressed human milk, another formula, or another beverage), gradually increasing the ratio of new to old over time. We provide more information regarding formula transition in our transition guide—“A Guide to Transitioning.” HOW CAN I REQUEST A SAMPLE OF THE OTHER FLAVORS OF NEOCATE JUNIOR AND NEOCATE SPLASH FOR MY PATIENT TO TRY? You can request sample packs of...
01/31/2008
When your baby starts showing signs of a milk allergy, it’s normal to think that soy might be a good replacement for cow’s milk. After all, if you became lactose intolerant, you may switch to soy milk. However, similar to what Steven blogged about earlier this week, lactose intolerance is a negative response to the sugar in milk, while a milk allergy is a reaction to the protein. Soy milk or a soy-based...
01/19/2012
As we enter the new year, it’s a great time to resolve to add new foods to your little one’s diet. When your child has multiple food allergies, you have to work within the range of safe foods so, as always, if you are unsure if a certain food is safe or not, always consult with your child’s healthcare professional first. Be persistent! One important thing to remember is that if you don’t...
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